Biography &Qualifications

Louise joined Middlesex University as a Visting Lecturer in 2009 teaching undergraduate Humphrey-based technique, choreography and performance. She was appointed within the faculty as a full-time Lecturer in Dance Technique in 2013 and continues to lecture on the BA Dance Performance and BA Dance Studies Programmes.

Louise holds a First Class BA Honours in Dance Performance and Masters in Choreography. She trained under the direction of Lesley Main and Kate Rogan to become a Humphrey-based teacher, and furthered her training with Gail Corbin and Deborah Carr in Chicago, USA 2011. Louise co-founded and is the current Artistic Director of Shaded Voice Dance Company [www.shadedvoicedance.co.uk] which is part of the Associate Artist Scheme at Middlesex University.

Louise holds Professional Membership with Foundation for Community Dance, and is a member of Dance UK, CORD and Society of Dance History Scholars.

Languages spoken

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Learning &Teaching Interests

Humphrey-based dance technique, repertory and pedagogy. Undergraduate choreography, exploring modes of encouraging movement invention. First year Dance Performance and working collaboratively with students on new work.

Research Outputs &Interests

Pedagogic strategies for teaching technique and choreography.

Developing methods of approaching the creative process in choreographic practice.

Questioning the role of the choreographer within the creative process.